“We wouldn’t do it!” — that’s the thought many tourists get when they visit China. The main attraction of the country is its residents — with their own traditions, rules, and sometimes funny habits. This article…
This country of smiles welcomes thousands of travelers from all over the world, all year round. The culture of Thailand is very welcoming and there are a lot of exotic and unique places to visit, so much so that…
In Tennessee, students cannot hold hands while at school, while in Arizona, when you get your driver’s license, you can take your photograph while wearing a colander. Do you think we’re joking? Trust us, we aren’t! Most…
It wasn’t until the 16th century that the Japanese people learned about sugar. Before the Portuguese sailors introduced this wonderful substance to Japan, the meaning of sweets (“kashi”) was fruit and nuts. As soon…
What do we all know about Alaska, except that it’s freezing cold there? Not much, as it turns out. For one, they have some peculiar laws regarding moose: for example, you can’t view or push…
Every one of us at least once in our lifetime has been tortured by endless hours of waiting for connecting flights at the airport. However, not all airports are equally as boring. Bright Side gathered a list of the…
There are so many amazing places on Earth, both man-made and natural, but some of them look like they are alien and don’t actually exist. For example, the “Door to Hell” in Turkmenistan that is 69 meters…
In Japan, you can buy a single use lip balm or bread with the crust already cut off. And their attention to hospitality and excellent service is on a completely different level, even at a budget hotel. We’ve found…
As my dog Tilly and I set off on our indefinite van adventure I had no idea it would be the most challenging but rewarding experience of our lives. Of my life. We headed west and followed Highway 1, which completes an entire lap…
Japanese children are amazing. As a rule, they’re polite, friendly, and don’t let their feelings run wild. In Japan, you’ll rarely meet a child who’s crying in the supermarket (though there are always exceptions to the…
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